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Tips, process and behind-the-scenes of interior design — from the perspective of a studio working in Łódź.

Fabric, wood and stone samples on a table — illustrative visualization.
Tips

Affordable alternatives that look expensive — where to save and where not to

Porcelain instead of stone, vinyl instead of wood, standard carcasses with custom fronts. Alternatives that look good — and the places where saving doesn't pay off.

Angelina Stefańska

October 15, 2026 · 8 min read

Natural wood and calm fabrics — an illustrative japandi variant.
Tips

How to find your interior style — 5 steps before you buy the first piece of furniture

Not sure whether you like japandi, Scandinavian or modern classic? 5 steps to name your interior style and avoid buying furniture you'll stop liking within a year.

Angelina Stefańska

October 13, 2026 · 7 min read

A dry layout of tile samples with visible gaps — illustrative visualization.
Tips

How to choose tiles — format, grout, slip resistance and mixing patterns

Tile format, grout width, slip resistance class and mixing patterns — a designer's practical guide before you order tiles for the bathroom, kitchen or hallway.

Angelina Stefańska

October 10, 2026 · 8 min read

A planning grid with notes, a pencil and material samples on a desk.
Tips

10 problems an interior designer solves before the crew arrives

Sockets behind the wardrobe, a cooker hood with no outlet, doors that hit the cabinets. 10 problems an interior design solves on paper — before the crew starts breaking walls.

Angelina Stefańska

October 8, 2026 · 8 min read

Spirit level, tape measure and checklist on an empty apartment windowsill.
Process

New-build apartment in developer standard — where to start the fit-out (step by step)

Just got the keys to a new-build apartment in developer standard? Start with the technical handover and the floor plan, not the tiles. 8 steps in the right order, with deadlines.

Angelina Stefańska

October 5, 2026 · 8 min read

Prepared electrical chases and back boxes in an apartment wall.
Costs and planning

Interior designer or DIY renovation — which really costs less?

A renovation without a design usually costs more than the design itself: redone wiring and plumbing, miscounted materials, built-ins that don't fit. See where the money goes.

Angelina Stefańska

October 1, 2026 · 7 min read

3D interior visualizations — are they worth it and what you get before a renovation
Tips

3D interior visualizations — are they worth it and what you get before a renovation

3D visualizations are more than just pretty pictures. See how they help you avoid mistakes, save money and make decisions before the renovation.

Angelina Stefańska

June 1, 2026 · 6 min read

Sample wood and stone-look materials — illustrative visualization.
Process

The interior design process — step by step

From the first call to final documentation — see step by step what working with a design studio looks like and what each stage involves.

Angelina Stefańska

May 25, 2026 · 7 min read

How much does interior design cost in Łódź? 2026 price guide
Costs and planning

How much does interior design cost in Łódź? 2026 price guide

Interior design in Łódź typically runs 80–320 zł/m² depending on scope. See what really drives the cost and how to match the scope to your budget.

Angelina Stefańska

May 18, 2026 · 6 min read

Together we'll create something exceptional!

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